Watermelon Salad with Feta & Mint
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Watermelon Salad with Feta & Mint
Description
Watermelon Salad with Feta & Mint features a colorful blend of watermelon, cucumber, and red onion arranged on a platter then drizzled with a dressing made from extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, and sea salt. The salad is topped with crumbled feta cheese, creamy cubed avocado, and torn fresh mint leaves, adding both savory and aromatic elements. Optional thin jalapeño slices introduce a gentle spice. The ingredients maintain distinct textures: the watermelon is juicy and sweet, cucumber provides crunch, and feta adds a salty creaminess.
The lime and garlic dressing ties the components together, enhancing their natural flavors without overpowering them. This salad can be served as a light appetizer, a refreshing side for grilled dishes, or a vibrant addition to summer meals. The balance between sweetness, creaminess, and herbaceous notes is subtle and fresh.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice fresh
- ½ garlic minced, clove
- ¼ teaspoon salt sea salt
For the salad
- 5 cups watermelon cubed
- Heaping 1 cup cucumber English, diced
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1 avocado cubed
- ⅓ cup mint or basil, torn fresh leaves
- ½ jalapeno pepper thinly sliced, optional, or serrano pepper
- salt sea salt
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, garlic and salt.
- Arrange the watermelon, cucumber, and red onions on a large plate or platter. Drizzle with half the dressing. Top with the feta, avocado, mint, and serrano pepper, if using, and drizzle with remaining dressing. Season to taste and serve.
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Overall Rating
5
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